after the party

So

It’s the end of another diwali party…..

And I will sleep in peace

My kids smiled before they went to bed…said happy New Year to me…….and the very expressive one added “I love you”!

It’s a good feeling-to be with people you can be yourself with…there is no pretence…….or need for politeness…. There was laughter amidst the lights….simple decoration done by the kids…but appreciated by all.

The annual affair was very comfortable this time. All the people there have known each other for a long time as regulars at my parties……

The food was simple Punjabi-as we all know Indian food is not my forte-but I try every year. Also each of the guests brought something so it contributed to a feeling of comfort.

Of course the number at my events has depleted over the past few years…..

But I guess life goes on

We miss the people who aren’t there-And chances are that the void remains

But we smile at a new sun shining on a new day

And in the end, it's not the years in our life that count. It's the life in our years.